Level 6 EYFS Practitioner

Prospero Teaching; Croydon; On-site; GBP 19,372 - 22,140; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Level 6 Early Years Practitioner for a diverse primary school in Croydon, South London. This leadership role oversees the EYFS curriculum, planning, assessment and staff management, with a September 2026 start.

A BA degree in childcare/early years and at least two years in early years are required, with safeguarding training and DBS updates essential. The role is full-time in a two-form-entry school with ongoing professional development and a supportive leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading Early Years teams and classrooms.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS curriculum and assessment practices.
• Experience supporting children with SEN and EAL.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the EYFS curriculum across the setting.
• Plan, assess, and ensure high-quality teaching and learning in early years.
• Support and manage Early Years staff to deliver outstanding practice.

Skills

Leadership

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Education

BA in Childcare/EY Education

Job description

Level 6 Early Years Practitioner

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is looking for a Level 6 Early Years Practitioner for a diverse Primary school in Croydon, South London. This school is a welcoming two form-entry school which has a supportive senior leadership team, is committed to continuous improvement and professional development for all staff. The school is dedicated to providing an engaging and nurturing environment for both children and staff.

This position is ideal for a highly qualified Level 6 Early Years Practitioner with a childcare or early years-related degree. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong passion for early childhood education, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards across the Early Years provision. The school seeks someone who can effectively support and motivate staff, inspiring the Early Years team to deliver outstanding practice and ensure that every child receives the best possible start to their educational journey. This is a temporary role with the potential to become permanent, subject to performance.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

• Location - Croydon, South London
• Position - Level 6 Early Years Practitioner
• Type of work - Leadership role overseeing the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, including planning, assessment and staff management.
• Contract or position start date - September 2026
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Salary - GBP105 - GBP120 (dependent on experience)
• Hours - 8:00am - 16:00pm : Mon - Fri (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• BA Degree within Childcare, Early years, Education or the equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Early Years
• Proven experience in managing behaviour and creating a nurturing, positive learning environment
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and best practices in Early Years education
• Experience working with children with SEN and EAL
• Up to date safeguarding training

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years

OTHER

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team